Batch Scaling Around 16 oz (1 lb) Caster / Superfine Sugar
| Batch Scale | Weight (g / oz) | US Cups & Spoons | Metric (mL) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half Batch (0.5×) | 226.8g (8 oz) | 1 cup | 238.5 mL |
| Standard (1×) | 453.6g (16 oz) | 2 cups + ¾ tsp | 477 mL |
| 1.5× Batch | 680.4g (24 oz) | 3 cups + 1 ¼ tsp | 715.4 mL |
| Double Batch (2×) | 907.2g (32 oz) | 4 cups + 1 ½ tsp | 953.9 mL |
| Triple Batch (3×) | 1360.8g (48 oz) | 6 cups + 2 ¼ tsp | 1430.9 mL |
Measuring 16 oz (1 lb) of Caster / Superfine Sugar in the Kitchen
Because 1 US Customary Cup (236.6 mL) of caster / superfine sugar weighs 225g when measured poured & leveled, 16 Ounces (453.6g) translates to 2.02 US cups (2 cups + ¾ tsp). By contrast, using the spooned into cup measure (215g/cup — a 10g per-cup shift), 16 oz occupies 2 ⅛ cups (2.11 cups).
Without a kitchen scale, measure 2 cups + ¾ tsp (32.26 tablespoons total) using poured & leveled technique. Pour and level flat. Because the micro-granules pack closer together than regular granulated sugar, 1 cup weighs a dense 225 grams.
Source note: British Baker standard (225g/cup) & Domino Superfine specifications
Frequently Asked Questions
How many cups is 16 ounces (16 oz) of caster / superfine sugar? ▾
16 ounces (453.6 grams) of caster / superfine sugar (poured & leveled, 225g per US cup) equals 2 cups + ¾ tsp (2.02 US Customary Cups, 1.91 Metric 250 mL cups, or 32.26 tablespoons).
Why do British and Australian recipes call for caster sugar? ▾
Caster sugar dissolves almost immediately into egg whites and butter, preventing gritty meringues and dry cake crumbs.
Why does a cup of caster sugar weigh 225g while granulated weighs 200g? ▾
Smaller crystal size means tighter packing with significantly less empty airspace between granules.